Archive for month: August, 2015

Salvia hispanica, commonly known as chia, is a species of flowering plant in the mint family. These seeds are among the healthiest foods on the planet. The plant is native to central and southern Mexico and Guatemala. It was cultivated by the Aztecs & Mayans and was as important as maize as a food crop. These seeds are loaded with nutrients that can have important benefits for your body and brain. “Chia” is the ancient Mayan word for “strength.” Ground or whole chia seeds are still used in Paraguay, Bolivia, Argentina, Mexico, and Guatemala for nutritious drinks and as a food source and have since become a modern day super food. Read more →